Kaeya Build
An accomplished swordsman and a strategic thinker in the Knights of Favonius, rumored to hail from beyond Mondstadt.
Best build for Kaeya
Sub-DPS / Cryo applier
The best free Cryo applier in the game. His off-field Burst applies Cryo constantly, perfect for Freeze with a Hydro support or for Superconduct with Electro.
Kaeya is surprisingly effective despite being a free character. His Burst has a wide range and applies Cryo consistently. Ideal for the early game and for new players.
A completely free Freeze team. Kaeya applies Cryo off-field.
Reduces enemy Physical RES by 40%. Support for Physical DPS.
Frequently asked questions about Kaeya
What is the best build for Kaeya?
The best build for Kaeya is as a Sub-DPS / Cryo applier. The best free Cryo applier in the game. His off-field Burst applies Cryo constantly, perfect for Freeze with a Hydro support or for Superconduct with Electro.
Which artifacts to use with Kaeya?
The best artifact set for Kaeya is 4× Blizzard Strayer. In Freeze teams: a free +40% CRIT Rate against frozen enemies. Lets you shift stats towards DMG%. As an alternative, 4× Emblem of Severed Fate also works well.
What is the best weapon for Kaeya?
The best weapon for Kaeya is Favonius Sword. Recommended alternatives include: Sacrificial Sword, Amenoma Kageuchi.
How to play Kaeya?
Kaeya is surprisingly effective despite being a free character. His Burst has a wide range and applies Cryo consistently. Ideal for the early game and for new players.
Base stats
| Level | HP | ATK | DEF |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 976 | 19 | 66 |
| 20 | 2,506 | 48 | 171 |
| 40 | 4,766 | 91 | 324 |
| 60 | 7,424 | 142 | 505 |
| 80 | 9,910 | 190 | 674 |
| 90 | 11,152 | 214 | 759 |
Ascension Materials
×1 Shivada Jade Sliver
×3 Calla Lily
×3 Treasure Hoarder Insignia
×3 Shivada Jade Fragment
×2 Hoarfrost Core- ×10 Calla Lily
- ×15 Treasure Hoarder Insignia
- ×6 Shivada Jade Fragment
- ×4 Hoarfrost Core
- ×20 Calla Lily
×12 Silver Raven Insignia
×3 Shivada Jade Chunk- ×8 Hoarfrost Core
- ×30 Calla Lily
- ×18 Silver Raven Insignia
- ×6 Shivada Jade Chunk
- ×12 Hoarfrost Core
- ×45 Calla Lily
×12 Golden Raven Insignia
×6 Shivada Jade Gemstone- ×20 Hoarfrost Core
- ×60 Calla Lily
- ×24 Golden Raven Insignia
Talents
Normal Attack
Performs up to 5 rapid strikes.
Charged Attack
Consumes a certain amount of Stamina to unleash 2 rapid sword strikes.
Plunging Attack
Plunges from mid-air to strike the ground below, damaging opponents along the path and dealing AoE DMG upon impact.
| Level | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1-Hit DMG | 53.8% | 58.1% | 62.5% | 68.8% | 73.1% | 78.1% | 85.0% | 91.9% | 98.8% | 106.3% | 114.8% | 125.0% | 135.1% | 145.2% | 156.2% |
| 2-Hit DMG | 51.7% | 55.9% | 60.1% | 66.1% | 70.3% | 75.1% | 81.7% | 88.3% | 95.0% | 102.2% | 110.4% | 120.2% | 129.9% | 139.6% | 150.2% |
| 3-Hit DMG | 65.3% | 70.6% | 75.9% | 83.5% | 88.8% | 94.9% | 103.2% | 111.6% | 119.9% | 129.0% | 139.5% | 151.7% | 164.0% | 176.3% | 189.7% |
| 4-Hit DMG | 70.9% | 76.6% | 82.4% | 90.6% | 96.4% | 103.0% | 112.1% | 121.1% | 130.2% | 140.1% | 151.4% | 164.7% | 178.1% | 191.4% | 205.9% |
| 5-Hit DMG | 88.2% | 95.4% | 102.6% | 112.9% | 120.0% | 128.3% | 139.5% | 150.8% | 162.1% | 174.4% | 188.5% | 205.1% | 221.7% | 238.3% | 256.4% |
| Charged Attack DMG | 55.0%+73.1% | 59.5%+79.0% | 64.0%+85.0% | 70.4%+93.5% | 74.9%+99.5% | 80.0%+106.3% | 87.0%+115.6% | 94.1%+125.0% | 101.1%+134.3% | 108.8%+144.5% | 117.6%+156.2% | 127.9%+169.9% | 138.3%+183.7% | 148.6%+197.4% | 159.9%+212.4% |
| Charged Attack Stamina Cost | 20.0 | 20.0 | 20.0 | 20.0 | 20.0 | 20.0 | 20.0 | 20.0 | 20.0 | 20.0 | 20.0 | 20.0 | 20.0 | 20.0 | 20.0 |
| Plunge DMG | 63.9% | 69.1% | 74.3% | 81.8% | 87.0% | 92.9% | 101.1% | 109.3% | 117.5% | 126.4% | 135.3% | 144.2% | 153.1% | 162.1% | 171.0% |
| Low/High Plunge DMG | 127.8%/159.7% | 138.2%/172.7% | 148.6%/185.7% | 163.5%/204.2% | 173.9%/217.2% | 185.8%/232.1% | 202.2%/252.5% | 218.5%/272.9% | 234.9%/293.4% | 252.7%/315.6% | 270.5%/337.9% | 288.4%/360.2% | 306.2%/382.5% | 324.1%/404.8% | 341.9%/427.0% |
Unleashes a frigid blast, dealing Cryo DMG to opponents in front of Kaeya.
Kaeya seems affable, but his nature is that of unyielding ice.
| Level | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skill DMG | 191.2% | 205.5% | 219.9% | 239.0% | 253.3% | 267.7% | 286.8% | 305.9% | 325.0% | 344.2% | 363.3% | 382.4% | 406.3% | 430.2% | 454.1% |
| CD | 6.0s | 6.0s | 6.0s | 6.0s | 6.0s | 6.0s | 6.0s | 6.0s | 6.0s | 6.0s | 6.0s | 6.0s | 6.0s | 6.0s | 6.0s |
Coalescing the frost in the air, Kaeya summons 3 icicles that revolve around him.
These icicles will follow the character around and deal Cryo DMG to opponents in their path for the ability's duration.
A winsome smile, genial words, and the merciless hoarfrost that lies beneath... These are all Kaeya's weapons.
| Level | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skill DMG | 77.6% | 83.4% | 89.2% | 97.0% | 102.8% | 108.6% | 116.4% | 124.2% | 131.9% | 139.7% | 147.4% | 155.2% | 164.9% | 174.6% | 184.3% |
| CD | 15.0s | 15.0s | 15.0s | 15.0s | 15.0s | 15.0s | 15.0s | 15.0s | 15.0s | 15.0s | 15.0s | 15.0s | 15.0s | 15.0s | 15.0s |
| Duration | 8.0s | 8.0s | 8.0s | 8.0s | 8.0s | 8.0s | 8.0s | 8.0s | 8.0s | 8.0s | 8.0s | 8.0s | 8.0s | 8.0s | 8.0s |
| Energy Cost | 60 | 60 | 60 | 60 | 60 | 60 | 60 | 60 | 60 | 60 | 60 | 60 | 60 | 60 | 60 |
Passive talents
Every hit with Frostgnaw regenerates HP for Kaeya equal to 15% of his ATK.
Opponents Frozen by Frostgnaw will drop additional Elemental Particles.
Frostgnaw may only produce a maximum of 2 additional Elemental Particles per use.
Decreases sprinting Stamina consumption for your own party members by 20%.
Not stackable with Passive Talents that provide the exact same effects.
Constellations
The CRIT Rate of Kaeya's Normal and Charge Attacks against opponents affected by Cryo is increased by 15%.
While Glacial Waltz is in effect, for each opponent defeated, its duration is increased by 2.5s, up to a maximum of 15s.
Increases the Level of Frostgnaw by 3.
Maximum upgrade level is 15.
Triggers automatically when Kaeya's HP falls below 20%:
Creates a shield that absorbs damage equal to 30% of Kaeya's Max HP. Lasts for 20s.
This shield absorbs Cryo DMG with 250% efficiency.
Can only occur once every 60s.
Increases the Level of Glacial Waltz by 3.
Maximum upgrade level is 15.
Glacial Waltz will generate 1 additional icicle, and will regenerate 15 Energy when cast.